dpa/NAN New York: United Nations (UN) sanctions on Iran, which were suspended nearly a decade ago as part of a landmark nuclear deal, are back in force as of Sunday. …
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Abuja, Nigeria: In a bold move to counter the rising tide of AI-driven financial fraud, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has sounded the alarm on a new wave of …
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Yola, Nigeria: Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is fully repositioned and prepared to reclaim power in the 2027 general elections. Fintiri …
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Abuja, Nigeria:The National Population Commission (NPC) has called for a robust data mapping strategy to address the persistent challenges faced by persons with disabilities in Nigeria. The Chairman of the …
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News Across the Nation
Nigeria Seeks AfDB Backing for SAPZ, Green Legacy Projects
by Toye Faleyeby Toye FaleyeNew York: The Nigerian Government has solicited the support of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in funding the second phase of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ). Vice-President Kashim Shettima …
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Kano (Nigeria): The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has approved N8.2 million as fare for the 2026 hajj exercise. The Director-General, Alh. Lamin Danbappa confirmed this in a statement issued …
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Kaudari, Zamfara State (Nigeria): Following the tragic collapse of a mining site in Zamfara State, the Federal Government has swiftly mobilised emergency rescue operations to save trapped workers and assess …
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Lagos, Nigeria: Nigeria’s economy is showing signs of a strong rebound, expanding by 4.23% in Q2 2025, up from 3.13% in Q1 and surpassing the 3.48% growth recorded in Q2 …
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Customers Demand Seamless Integration, Enhanced Service in Providus–Unity Bank Merger
Abuja (Nigeria): Customers of Providus Bank Limited and Unity Bank Plc have appealed to the institutions to ensure improved and seamless service delivery in their proposed merger plans. Some of …
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Osogbo, Osun State (Nigeria): The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in Osun has directed members of staff of local governments in the state to continue staying away from …
